Stewie Griffin wrote:Now then, I’m going to do something I call the “compliment sandwich”, where I say something good, then talk about where you need improvement, and then end with something good.

Pens vs Coyotes, a 3-1 win

Something good: The Pens got off to another quick start. They outshot Phoenix 12-8 and outscored them 2-0. Surprisingly, both goals came at even-strength, which has been an issue so far this year.

Where they need improvement: I'd like to see more killer instinct (admittedly a nitpick). After getting off to a great start, they never really finished the Coyotes off. They let them hang around, and hang around.

Something good: Evgeni Malkin turned in a great performance, arguably his best of the season. A game-winning goal, 2 assists, 5 shots, and was a force all over the rink.